AMZCNC 12 Ton Hydraulic Crimping Tool with 9 Standard American Dies, Crimps 8AWG to 4/0 AWG, Hardened Steel Construction with Oxidized Surface for Durability(Standard US 8AWG to 4/0AWG)

What I wanted

Good heavy carry case, powerful hydraulic pump. Dies are black oxide coated, cut squarely and fit together well, much better than the cheap plated ones. Dies have stamped sizes on them, a plus. Comes with extra O ring set for rebuild, if it comes down to that years down the road. Quick release 1/4 turn knob on side with a spring aided piston return. Smooth operation overall. Only gripe is that it is heavy, which is good and was expected, but it could use either some sort of base or should have legs tacked onto the cylinder to keep in place on the bench or ground while in use. It tries roll when in use. Otherwise, a third hand is needed to hold it all while pumping up the piston and holding the crimped lug in place (this is where the 3rd hand is needed). Going to fabricate a wood or PVC base for mine. Used it several time with battery cable lugs and wire rope crimps, perfect results. DO NOT over-tighten valve knob, a light snug is all it takes. Otherwise it will start leaking past the valve and you’ll be disappointed with bad performance. Then it’s your fault. I’m a prior tool & die maker with years of experience.

El producto es bueno muestra buena calidad

Good and Useful product.

I was pleasantly surprised with the good quality of this crimping tool. It is easy to use and worked well during my first use.